English Proverb or Saying Quotes
A king's word must stand.
Topics
Authority
Credibility
Integrity
Loyalty
Obedience
Promise
Promises
Treaties
Trust
Commitment
Divine Right
Martin Luther King Jr., Martin Luther King
Leader, Leaders, Leadership
Absolute Rule
Monarchical Power
Monarchical Supremacy
Royal Authority
Royal Power
Royal Prerogative
Unconditional Loyalty
Unquestioned Obedience
Citations
English Proverb, 1200
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